Passion for empowering young women (e.g. a desire to share your belief that girls can do anything)

Climbing/belaying experience (if you have belayed and/or can climb a 5.8 or higher we are already impressed)

Strong candidates without climbing experience will be considered IF they are able to commit to taking a belay class AND practice climbing at the gym a few times prior to the start of the program.

The main criteria for selection is the mentor’s ability to commit to ALL of the dates. The orientations, the outdoor climb and the graduation are mandatory. If you need to miss one date you can let us know in advance.

COST

$15

The application fee covers costs associated with the administrative and background check required when working directly with youth. If you cannot afford to pay this fee, please contact us.

There are NO additional fees associated with mentoring if you have your belay card. Gym use, equipment, snacks and training are all provided free of charge. However, if you do not have belay experience you may need to take an “Intro to Climbing” course at the gym. Courses typically cost $30-40 and are offered daily.

The program is limited to 10 mentors and 10 girls. Interviews, references and background checks are required. Mentors are accepted on a rolling basis. The programs will fill up – please do not delay in submitting your application.